The disease, which, according to the joke, "neither to show people, nor to see for yourself" is not at all as funny as the tales tell about it. And problems in connection with the appearance of this disease can seriously and permanently spoil the quality of life, as well as the he alth of a sick person.
Inconvenient Problem: Description
Another brilliant Hippocrates identified the diagnosis of "hemorrhoids", but did not specify: this word in translation means "bleeding", without indicating the location. Both Galen and Avicenna studied this disease. And the ancient Chinese went the furthest, identifying 24 types of hemorrhoids, based on different signs. An interesting point: our smaller brothers, even the closest ones (for example, monkeys) do not have hemorrhoids. This fact is explained by the specifics of the location of the center of gravity of the human figure, which is located at the level of the pelvis. Under the influence of gravity, blood accumulates and stagnates in the pelvis and legs. This is the root cause of the painful problem.
Our medicine has already grown from the Greek cradle of civilization, so we can talk about an unpleasant illness quite specifically andwith knowledge of the matter. What is hemorrhoids? This, in short, is the expansion of the veins in the rectum. There are three types of disease: external, internal and combined. With external hemorrhoids, the cavernous veins expand, forming nodes that go out. This unpleasant sight was called by the ancient romantically inclined doctors grape bunches. Outwardly, of course, there is a similarity.
Internal hemorrhoids are characterized by hemorrhoids located inside the rectum. Combined includes signs of two types. Hemorrhoids also differ in the nature of the course of the disease: acute or chronic.
Why do hemorrhoids appear?
When the outflow of blood running through the veins is disturbed, the cavernous tissues of the rectum are filled with blood lakes. Subsequently, their contents thicken, blood coagulation occurs, and as a result, hemorrhoids appear. The rectum is surrounded by a double plexus, and when knots, bumps or deformation appear on the inner or outer ring, this is a provocateur of unpleasant sensations in the anus. Further, the walls of the neoplasms become thinner and begin to bleed. Possible loss of fragments of varying severity, as well as their infringement and compaction. The combined type of the disease occurs most often.
It is noteworthy that among the sick, representatives of the stronger sex predominate (their number is about 4 times more). Smokers and inquisitive men are especially at risk, solving crossword puzzles on the "white background" for hours.throne".
So, risk factors:
- heredity;
- malnutrition;
- severe chronic diarrhea or prolonged constipation;
- hypodynamia;
- excessive exercise;
- overweight;
- nicotine and alcohol abuse;
- hacking cough;
- tumors or inflammation in the area;
- too hot baths;
- pregnancy and childbirth.
Given that diarrhea can also provoke hemorrhoids, the abuse of laxatives will not lead to the desired success. The fact is that liquid excrement contains a large amount of acid, which can irritate the sphincter, which is undesirable.
Of course, sooner or later the question of how to defeat hemorrhoids will arise. Effective treatment - does it exist? Certainly. But first you need to establish the signs of the disease.
Characteristic symptoms
“Royal illness”, unfortunately, affects not only the crowned persons, although, according to rumors, Napoleon lost the battle of Waterloo precisely because of the inability to lead the soldiers, since the commander could not sit in the saddle.
Let's move on from historical legends to medical theory. It is known for certain that the large intestine does not contain nerve endings, which means that it does not cause pain. Discomfort appears only when the nodes fall out, the appearance of cracks and erosive changes on them.
The symptoms of external and internal hemorrhoids are similar:
- discomfort in the rectal area: burning, heaviness, itching,sensation of incomplete defecation, foreign body;
- bleeding of varying degrees, especially after a bowel movement;
- pain and swelling in the anus;
- prolapse of the knot outward (with external hemorrhoids).
With the internal appearance of the disease, only a proctological examination can correctly diagnose it.
The course of the disease is characterized by the alternation of phases, which differ in different intensity of sensations (exacerbation and remission). During the acute course of hemorrhoids, the patient's condition deteriorates sharply. Severe pain appears, it is impossible to touch the hemorrhagic node, it swells and changes color, the body temperature rises, which indicates the onset of inflammation.
Chronic course is more latent, but no less dangerous, so the appeal to the proctologist should not be delayed.
Hemorrhoids develop in steps, transforming from one stage to another.
- First step: knots not yet visible, but spotting already observed.
- Then comes the second stage, which is characterized by the loss of the formed nodes, but the ability to set them yourself still exists.
- The third stage of development of hemorrhoids can either be accompanied by bleeding or pass without it. Most importantly, the reduction of nodes becomes an obsessive necessity, as it causes persistent discomfort in the patient.
- After the fourth stage, the nodes are no longer amenable to reduction, therefore they are constantly outside.
Do not wait for bleeding and purulent inflammation,which are fraught with late stages of hemorrhoids. It is in the power of every person to overcome momentary weakness, false shame and go to the doctor. After all, hemorrhoids are an effective treatment, a course without complications, correctly drawn conclusions and a diagnosis are, unambiguously, the concerns of a proctologist. And even if you are a supporter of traditional medicine, then the advice of a doctor will not be superfluous.
Unconventional methods of dealing with royal disease
First of all, it is necessary to eliminate the cause that provoked the appearance of hemorrhoids. As soon as it is canceled, it is necessary to immediately begin to treat the disease. Which type of therapy to choose is, of course, up to the sufferer. Many believe in the healing power of folk recipes, believing that these are effective methods for treating hemorrhoids, so let's start with them. First of all, these are lotions, ointments and baths.
Choosing an effective treatment of hemorrhoids with folk remedies is at the initial stages of the disease. But we must not forget that herbs or other folk remedies can cause allergies, so this factor should be excluded before use. Also, for some hot or cold procedures, there are contraindications. For example, pregnant women should never use hot, cold and steam baths, in order to avoid bleeding and even premature birth. Also, people with chronic diseases of the pelvic organs should avoid too cold lotions.
Otherwise, if there are no contraindications, then folkmedicine is able to cope with an unopened delicate problem.
- Sitz baths are very popular. They can be made with both hot and cold water. Hot baths with the addition of mumiyo and onion peel, as well as garlic, are great for hemorrhoids. They are made as follows: onion peel is infused in boiling water, then dissolved mumiyo is added to the infusion. The rectal area is lowered into the container with the agent and a bath is taken until the water cools. A garlic bath is prepared simply: a gruel made from a head of garlic is immersed in 5 liters of hot water and sit in a basin for up to 15 minutes. Cold baths are taken for no more than 5 minutes, lowering only the area of the anus into the water. Treatment of hemorrhoids with remedies, the most effective of which are chamomile, sage, calendula, oak bark and other anti-inflammatory and hemostatic herbs, often justifies itself.
- Steam treatments. To carry them out, you need a small container made of clay or metal, as well as a wooden seat with a small eye. If you do rectal inhalation with onions, then you must first simmer it in milk for about an hour and a half. The specificity of the steam procedure with garlic is that you need to heat the brick, then put garlic gruel on it and place the brick in a wooden container with a lid. It is necessary to sit over the steam until it completely stops. Manipulations are best done every other day, no more than 10 days in a row.
- Effective ways to treat hemorrhoids involve the use of homemade ointments. These are quite effective tools with the rightselection and regular use. For example, ingredients such as propolis, sea buckthorn oil and honey are mixed with sunflower or olive oil. Sea buckthorn oil can be replaced with mumiyo. Outside, the nodes are lubricated, and a swab containing ointment is placed inside for the whole night. A ten-day course will help get rid of annoying symptoms.
- Effective treatment of hemorrhoids at home will not be complete without the use of lotions. The essence of the procedure is simple: a sterile bandage, folded several times, is wetted in various means. It can be celandine, clay, mumiyo, birch tar, alum, sea buckthorn oil, propolis. You can simply lubricate the knots with honey or onion juice to avoid their enlargement and pain. With bleeding, the most effective alternative treatment for hemorrhoids is cold lotions (if there are no contraindications indicated above).
- Microclysters - not too pleasant, but an effective remedy that can defeat hemorrhoids. Effective treatment with such a procedure is confirmed by folk experience in this area. The frequency may be different, but the amount is not more than 50 ml. In undiluted form, only sea buckthorn oil or potato juice is injected into the rectum. Also, microclysters are made with solutions of celandine, honey, mumiyo, propolis or clay. This is an auxiliary means of getting rid of the internal appearance of hemorrhoids. Enemas with medicinal herbs (chamomile, yarrow, nettle, calendula) should be done after the usual cleansing procedure.
Propolis, celandine or sea buckthorn?
Starting the treatment of hemorrhoids with folk remedies, the most effective of them you need to know"in the face". Bee products, in particular honey and propolis, have always been considered as such. If there is no allergy to these funds, then they will become excellent natural antibiotics with practically no contraindications. Propolis combines a drying and anti-inflammatory effect and has an anesthetic effect. It will avoid complications, normalize blood circulation, stop bleeding and relieve swelling.
Effective folk treatment of hemorrhoids is unthinkable without the use of celandine. This unusual plant is a natural paradox: despite the fact that its juice is quite poisonous, celandine does an excellent job of treating hemorrhoids. Its strong antibacterial properties can heal erosions and fissures in the rectum. To get rid of internal hemorrhoids, you need to use lotions with celandine. Within two weeks, before going to bed, the product is used for no more than an hour, after which a tampon with rosehip oil is placed in the anus all night.
Also effective treatment of hemorrhoids at home involves the use of sea buckthorn oil. This tool has been valued since ancient times. A gauze pad moistened with sea buckthorn oil can be left overnight. Traditional medicine often uses sea buckthorn candles, which are easily purchased at any pharmacy.
Homemade suppositories
More than one generation of sufferers supports the treatment of hemorrhoids with folk remedies. The most effective drugs, oddly enough, require absolutely no cost. This isice and potato candles. For the first, water is needed, which must be frozen in molds, and for the second, a small rectangular piece of peeled potatoes. Potato suppositories placed overnight will perfectly heal rectal fissures, and ice suppositories will stop bleeding.
Candles from celandine also do a good job of treating this unpleasant disease. To make them, you need to mix the crushed grass with melted fat. The mass should be frozen in the shaping container.
Medication methods: rectal suppositories
When discussing the traditional treatment of hemorrhoids, the most effective remedies remain unchanged: suppositories and ointments. Candles come in:
- glycerin - prevent constipation, heal wounds, promote greater muscle elasticity;
- ichthyol - a reasonable treatment for hemorrhoids, the most effective suppositories in the early stages; after a month, the patient usually forgets about the symptoms;
- painkillers - must include an analgesic;
- candles after childbirth - do not contain components that harm a nursing mother;
- with adrenaline - only for young patients, as the drug significantly increases blood pressure;
- methyluracil - for tissue regeneration;
- from internal hemorrhoids - especially effective for exacerbations or advanced illness;
- hemostatic - have a beneficial effect on blood clotting;
- homeopathic - perfectly remove cracks and bruises;
- prophylactic- for people at risk.
In addition, candles with natural ingredients are used: belladonna, sea buckthorn, propolis.
Ointments for the afflicted
Continue the topic "Effective treatment of hemorrhoids". Medicines for traditional aesculapius also include ointments. For example, during pregnancy it is very difficult to find adequate drugs, but heparin ointment is also allowed for those who are in an interesting position. For people with a compromised immune system, Prosterizan ointment will come in handy. It regenerates tissues and has an anti-inflammatory effect. In case of complications, Bezornil ointment will help, Aurobin or ichthyol ointment will quickly heal cracks. Pain syndrome and inflammation will perfectly relieve "Levomekol". If the itching becomes unbearable, Proctosan ointment will help.
Modern medicine practices such remedies as "Proctosedyl", "Hepatrombin" (especially good for external hemorrhoids), "Relief", "Ultraprokt". To improve vascular circulation, as well as relieve swelling, Troxevasin is prescribed, and Vikasol is excellent for stopping bleeding. But, of course, these drugs should be taken on the recommendation of a proctologist.
Hemorrhoids: surgical intervention
But traditional medicine can not always defeat hemorrhoids. Effective treatment (sometimes only advertised as such) with medication can also be almost useless.
Then surgical methods come into force, which, although used in extreme cases, often givepositive results. There are the following operational ways to solve the problem:
- sclerotherapy - is used at an early stage and consists in the introduction of a special drug into the nodes, which are subsequently replaced by connective structures;
- thermal method - usually used in the initial stages of the disease; the essence of the procedure is the alternate use of coagulation and cryodestruction;
- Longo's operation - the mucosa located above the hemorrhagic node is removed;
- ligation - use of a latex ring; the minus of the procedure is that only the symptom is removed, but the disease is not cured;
- desarterization is a short process that consists in removing the vessels that led to the problem;
- excision - manipulation is performed under general anesthesia; nodes are excised directly; rehabilitation is long.
Balanced diet for hemorrhoids
First of all, in the treatment of hemorrhoids, it is necessary to adjust the diet, otherwise the effect of the treatment will not be complete. What foods are contraindicated for a patient with this disease:
- porridge (rice and semolina);
- thick jelly;
- alcohol;
- spicy, fatty foods;
- rye bread;
- pasta;
- potato;
- turnip;
- milk;
- radish;
- coffee, tea;
- sorrel;
- sweets, especially chocolate.
While treatment is being carried out, be sure to exclude these items from your menu. But it's wortheat dairy products, cabbage, berry drinks, low-fat varieties of fish and meat, pumpkin, apples, dried fruits and bran.
Preventive recommendations
To prevent a problem from ever appearing again on the horizon, the following rules should be followed:
- Avoid long walks and active standing still.
- After each bowel movement, rinse the rectal area.
- Physical minutes are recommended for drivers every 3 hours.
- Don't get too cold.
- Follow your diet.
- No alcohol.
- Prevent constipation.
Following all the rules and conducting complex treatment, you can completely rid yourself of hemorrhoids.
